Jacob Winterton, the older brother of NHL star Ryan Winterton, has tragically died at the age of 25 after a battle with cancer.
Seattle Kraken center Ryan posted an emotional tribute to his brother, who played in the Ontario Hockey League, on Instagram with a series of photos.
He wrote on Wednesday: ‘Today I lost my best friend. You weren’t just someone I loved, you were someone I looked up to, someone who guided me, believed in me, and helped shape the person I am today.
‘Watching you fight so hard and still having to say goodbye is a pain that never really fades. I’ll miss your voice, your advice, and the way you made everything feel a little less heavy.
‘Some days will be harder than others, but I’ll hold on to the love, the lessons, and the memories you left me with. You’ll always be a part of me, in everything I do. Forever loved, forever missed.’
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Jacob Winterton (right), the brother of NHL star Ryan Winterton (second left) has died aged 25
